10 Things to Do in Copenhagen in Fall

Visiting Copenhagen during autumn will allow you to enjoy a cozy atmosphere full of beautiful autumn scenery.

Andressa García

Andressa García

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10 Things to Do in Copenhagen in Fall

Autumn in Copenhagen | jaqbs

Touring Copenhagen during autumn is a unique and charming experience, mainly because you will find fewer tourists. During this time of the year the city is covered with warm and golden colors, so you can enjoy a nice and cozy walk while discovering better things to see and do in Copenhagen.

Also, during autumn you will have the opportunity to enjoy some typical dishes of Danish gastronomy that are usually eaten during this season such as fish soups, stews and casseroles.

1. Visit the Copenhagen Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden| ©Bernard Blanc
Botanical Garden| ©Bernard Blanc

Visiting the Copenhagen Botanical Garden during autumn is a unique and wonderful experience that will lead you to enjoy a beautiful spectacle of natural and warm colors representing the season.

To visit the Botanical Garden I recommend you to buy your Copenhagen Tourist Card, which includes entrance to this place and many others. Inside you will be able to see a wide collection of plants and flowers, visit a greenhouse and see themed gardens such as the Rose Garden, the Wild Garden and the Japanese Garden.

Autumn is a special time that offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the natural colors of the season. In addition, the Botanical Garden organizes several events and activities during the fall, such as themed tours, gardening workshops and flower displays.

Details of interest

  • Price: admission to visit the Copenhagen Botanical Garden is free for individual visitors. If you go in groups or with guided tours, you will have to pay an entrance fee.
  • Hours: vary according to the season, but generally open between 8:30 am and 4:00 or 6:00 pm.
  • Location: in the city center, at 128 Gothersgade Street.

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2. Walk through Copenhagen's Rose Garden

Rose Garden| ©Heather Cowper
Rose Garden| ©Heather Cowper

Enjoying the last flowers of the year in the Rose Garden is one of the things you can't miss if you travel to Copenhagen for two days or more in the autumn season.

Copenhagen's Rose Garden, located outside Rosenborg Castle, is one of the city's most popular places to enjoy the beauty of flowers. This place offers an impressive variety of roses of all colors and sizes, as well as other flowers and plants of different species.

To visit this place you can go on your own, but I recommend you to book a guided tour of Copenhagen to get to know it in the company of a guide.

Interesting details

  • Price: to enjoy these gardens you will have to pay around 30 euros per person.
  • Hours: may vary depending on the season, but usually opens in the morning and closes in the afternoon.
  • Location: in the center of Copenhagen, at Oster Voldgade 4A, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1350.

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3. Cycle around the city

Cycling in Copenhagen| ©Klinne
Cycling in Copenhagen| ©Klinne

Autumn is a time when the city shows its most beautiful hues and the best way to enjoy its beauty is to book a Copenhagen bike tour or rent a bike around the city.

The best thing about a guided Copenhagen bike tour is that it takes you to the best spots in the capital and, in autumn specifically, to enjoy the transformation of nature during the season.

Along the way, you may also come across some incredibly beautiful parks that are home to very peaceful nature trails to ride through and get to know. It's an activity you can do as a family or even solo to fully enjoy the autumn experience in the city.

Details of interest

  • Price: from 45 euros per person to enjoy a bike tour in Copenhagen.
  • Hours: vary depending on the tour you choose.
  • Location: tours depart from different points in the city.

Book a bike tour in Copenhagen

4. Take a cruise along the city's canals

Copenhagen Canal| ©Anthony Tai
Copenhagen Canal| ©Anthony Tai

If you are looking for a different way to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery of the city, then I recommend booking a Copenhagen canal cruise. During this tour of Copenhagen's canals you can get a unique and very relaxing perspective of the city's highlights.

One of the most outstanding benefits of this type of tour is that you can relax and enjoy the view without having to worry about vehicular traffic or crowds of tourists walking the streets.

During the tour, you can enjoy the scenery and colors that stand out during this season in Copenhagen, while admiring the beautiful buildings and historical monuments.

Details of interest

  • Price: from 20 euros per person.
  • Schedule: schedules vary according to different factors, but generally you will have to coordinate it with your tour guide.
  • Location: cruises depart from different points of the city.

Book a Copenhagen canal cruise

5. Enjoy Halloween decorations at Tivoli Gardens

Halloween at Tivoli Gardens| ©mprmerpics
Halloween at Tivoli Gardens| ©mprmerpics

The Halloween celebration at Tivoli Gardens is a very popular and festive event in the city, enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. The theme park takes on a Halloween atmosphere and displays spooky decorations, as well as organizing some exhibits.

You can also see during the tour different candy stands, special foods and drinks for the Halloween season, so it is also a good opportunity to enjoy the specialties of Danish cuisine.

In addition, you can enjoy live Halloween shows, games and attractions that fit the theme. The Halloween program in Tivoli also includes activities for children and entertainment for adults. Halloween activities at Tivoli Gardens are available throughout the month of October.

Details of interest

Book tickets to the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen

6. Taste classic Danish cuisine

Trying Frøsnapper| ©Tavallai
Trying Frøsnapper| ©Tavallai

Another thing you definitely have to do when visiting Copenhagen in autumn is to enjoy classic and seasonal Danish cuisine. One of the dishes you can't miss in your tasting is the famous smørrebrød, which is usually prepared in the city's restaurants.

To go and taste some of the seasonal Danish cuisine, I recommend you book a gastronomic tour of Copenhagen or go eat at some of the best rated restaurants in the city.

Danish cuisine is recognized worldwide for its exquisite taste and its immense cultural and historical value. One of the highlights of Danish gastronomy during autumn is that stews and pot dishes become fashionable, thanks to the fact that temperatures drop considerably.

Interesting details

  • Price: a traditional autumn dish in any restaurant in Copenhagen can cost between 10 and 15 euros, depending on where you eat it.
  • Opening hours: restaurant hours may vary according to the region and the season, although in autumn they usually close earlier.
  • Location: you can find dishes of Danish cuisine in different places of the city.

Book a gastronomic tour of Copenhagen

7. Take an excursion to nearby forests, such as Dyrehaven

In Dyrehaven| ©Lumiotso
In Dyrehaven| ©Lumiotso

In autumn, when the temperatures start to drop, it's a good time to sign up for an excursion from Copenhagen. One of the best options is to head straight to one of the beautiful nearby forests, such as Dyrehaven Forest, to enjoy the lovely autumn scenery.

Dyrehaven is a forest located just outside Copenhagen, which has a wooded terrain and more than 2,000 deer within it.

What you will like most about this place during this season is that the trees of the forest are covered with a blanket of autumn leaves to show you a spectacular landscape. Among the activities you will enjoy doing in this place are hiking the trails and admiring the beauty of the deer.

Details of interest

  • Price: usually between 120 and 150 euros per person.
  • Schedule: usually organized for a full day.
  • Location: Tours can depart from the city of Copenhagen.

8. Visit Rosenborg Castle

Rosenborg Castle| ©Mike LaMonaca
Rosenborg Castle| ©Mike LaMonaca

Rosenborg Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Copenhagen and is an important symbol of Danish history and culture. Today it is a museum open to the public that preserves some of the most important jewels of the monarchy.

It is often included in the best castle tours in Copenhagen and, during the autumn, Rosenborg Castle takes on a breathtaking beauty thanks to the natural landscape that surrounds it and the range of warm, brown colors that cover the trees around it.

Best of all, it is included in the Copenhagen Card.

Details of interest

  • Price: about 17 euros per ticket for adults.
  • Hours: open daily between 10:00 and 17:00.
  • Location: ster Voldgade 4A, 1350, Copenhagen.

9. Enjoy a day of shopping on the famous Strøget Street

Strøget Street| ©Luis O. Boettner
Strøget Street| ©Luis O. Boettner

One of the best things to do in Copenhagen in November, when it is the middle of autumn, is to enjoy a day of shopping on the famous Strøget Street, where you can not only see the foliage of the plants, but also the seasonal decorations.

Strøget Street, in the heart of Copenhagen, is known for its vibrant atmosphere and architectural wonders, but especially for the shopping paradise it offers. On a stroll down this pedestrian street, you can find some of the world's most prestigious brands, boutiques and stores of all styles.

At this time of the year you can also take advantage of the discounts and low prices offered by the stores in the area.

Interesting details

  • Price: you don't need to pay anything to visit the famous Strøget Street.
  • Hours: you can visit this place at any time of the day, although I recommend it especially during the afternoon hours.
  • Location: in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark.

10. Attend the night of cultures

Copenhagen by night| ©Stig Nygaard
Copenhagen by night| ©Stig Nygaard

The night of cultures is one of the most anticipated events of the year in this city, where you can appreciate the many cultures and traditions that coexist in Copenhagen.

During this night, the city lights up with vibrant cultural energy, the sounds of live music fill the streets and the flavors of traditional foods combine to create a unique experience for the senses.

In addition, during the night you can also enjoy special events and thematic exhibitions that will make you know even more about the richness and cultural diversity of the city, as well as see and learn about each of the communities that make life in the city.

Details of interest

  • Price: from 13 euros per person.
  • Schedule: varies according to each edition, but basically it is during the night. The event usually takes place in mid-October, that is, at the climax of autumn.
  • Location: in various parts of the city. There is no specific place where it is held, but it is an event that extends throughout the city.